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Abstract
Keywords:
1. Introduction
2. Theoretical Framework and Hypotheses Development
2.1. Theoretical Foundation
2.2. Hypotheses Development
3. Methodology
3.1. Sample Selection and Data Sources
3.2. Model Design and Definition of Variables
4. Results and Findings
4.1. Descriptive Statistics
4.2. Measurement Model Assessment
4.4. Structural Model Assessment
5. Discussion and Implications
5.1. Theoretical Implications
5.2. Practical Implications
5.3. Policy Recommendations
6. Conclusion
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| Construct | Operational Definition | Measurement Items | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knowledge Management Dynamic Capabilities (KMDC) | The firm's ability to acquire, integrate, and reconfigure knowledge resources to address changing business environments | KMDC1: Our organization regularly updates knowledge acquisition processes KMDC2: We effectively integrate new knowledge with existing knowledge bases KMDC3: Our firm can quickly reconfigure knowledge resources to address market changes KMDC4: We systematically evaluate and improve knowledge management processes KMDC5: Our organization has established mechanisms to transform tacit knowledge into explicit knowledge | Adapted from Pavlou & El Sawy (2011); Gold et al. (2001) |
| Knowledge-Based Sharing (KBS) | The extent to which knowledge is shared within and across organizational boundaries | KBS1: Employees regularly share knowledge through formal channels KBS2: Cross-functional knowledge sharing is encouraged and rewarded KBS3: Our organization has effective IT systems for knowledge sharing KBS4: Knowledge sharing with external partners is systematic and productive KBS5: Managers actively promote knowledge sharing culture | Adapted from Wang & Wang (2012); Lin (2007) |
| GAI Technology Innovation (GAITI) | The extent to which the firm has adopted and implemented generative AI technologies | GAITI1: Our firm has successfully implemented GAI solutions in core business processes GAITI2: We continuously explore new applications of GAI technologies GAITI3: GAI technologies have significantly changed how we manage knowledge GAITI4: Our firm invests substantially in GAI technology development GAITI5: GAI solutions are integrated with our existing knowledge management systems | Adapted from Lee et al. (2023); Ransbotham et al. (2022) |
| Human-AI Interaction (HAII) | The quality and effectiveness of interactions between human employees and AI systems | HAII1: Employees are comfortable working with AI systems HAII2: AI systems in our organization are designed with user experience in mind HAII3: Regular training is provided for effective Human-AI collaboration HAII4: Feedback mechanisms exist for improving Human-AI interactions HAII5: Our organization has clear protocols for Human-AI task allocation | Adapted from Raisch & Krakowski (2021); Shneiderman (2020) |
| Organizational Performance (OP) | The firm's performance in financial and non-financial dimensions | OP1: Return on investment relative to industry average OP2: Sales growth over the past three years OP3: Market share growth in primary markets OP4: Customer satisfaction and retention OP5: New product/service development effectiveness | Adapted from Gold et al. (2001); Wang & Wang (2012) |
| Variable | Mean | SD | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. KMDC | 5.38 | 0.92 | (0.89) | ||||
| 2. KBS | 5.14 | 1.03 | 0.64** | (0.87) | |||
| 3. GAITI | 4.76 | 1.18 | 0.57** | 0.52** | (0.91) | ||
| 4. HAII | 4.82 | 1.06 | 0.49** | 0.43** | 0.61** | (0.88) | |
| 5. OP | 5.07 | 0.97 | 0.53** | 0.48** | 0.59** | 0.46** | (0.92) |
| Construct | Items | Factor Loadings | Cronbach's Alpha | CR | AVE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KMDC | KMDC1 KMDC2 KMDC3 KMDC4 KMDC5 | 0.81 0.86 0.79 0.84 0.77 | 0.89 | 0.91 | 0.67 |
| KBS | KBS1 KBS2 KBS3 KBS4 KBS5 | 0.76 0.81 0.84 0.78 0.82 | 0.87 | 0.89 | 0.65 |
| GAITI | GAITI1 GAITI2 GAITI3 GAITI4 GAITI5 | 0.85 0.88 0.83 0.79 0.87 | 0.91 | 0.92 | 0.71 |
| HAII | HAII1 HAII2 HAII3 HAII4 HAII5 | 0.79 0.82 0.81 0.76 0.84 | 0.88 | 0.90 | 0.64 |
| OP | OP1 OP2 OP3 OP4 OP5 | 0.84 0.87 0.81 0.83 0.86 | 0.92 | 0.93 | 0.72 |
| Configuration | KMDC | KBS | GAITI | HAII | Raw Coverage | Unique Coverage | Consistency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ● | ● | ● | ● | 0.42 | 0.16 | 0.91 |
| 2 | ● | ● | ● | ○ | 0.28 | 0.09 | 0.85 |
| 3 | ● | ○ | ● | ● | 0.24 | 0.07 | 0.83 |
| 4 | ○ | ● | ● | ● | 0.21 | 0.05 | 0.82 |
| Fit Index | Value | Recommended Threshold | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| χ² | 478.35 | - | - |
| df | 269 | - | - |
| χ²/df | 1.78 | < 3.00 | Hair et al. (2010) |
| CFI | 0.93 | > 0.90 | Bentler (1990) |
| TLI | 0.92 | > 0.90 | Tucker & Lewis (1973) |
| RMSEA | 0.053 | < 0.08 | Browne & Cudeck (1993) |
| SRMR | 0.047 | < 0.08 | Hu & Bentler (1999) |
| GFI | 0.91 | > 0.90 | Jöreskog & Sörbom (1984) |
| AGFI | 0.89 | > 0.80 | Hair et al. (2010) |
| Hypothesis | Path | Standardized Coefficient | t-value | p-value | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H1 | KMDC → OP | 0.26 | 3.74 | < 0.001 | Supported |
| H2 | KBS → OP | 0.21 | 3.18 | < 0.01 | Supported |
| H3a | KMDC → GAITI | 0.39 | 5.67 | < 0.001 | Supported |
| H3b | GAITI → OP | 0.34 | 4.86 | < 0.001 | Supported |
| H4a | KBS → GAITI | 0.31 | 4.52 | < 0.001 | Supported |
| H5 | GAITI × HAII → OP | 0.19 | 2.94 | < 0.01 | Supported |
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